Officials representing the Central People’s Government in Beijing offered sympathy and support to victims and frontline medical staff at Prince of Wales Hospital in Hong Kong following the recent devastating fire in Tai Po. On November 27, 2025, Zhuo Ji, Director of the Liaison Office, accompanied by Nong Rong, Deputy Director of the Hong Kong and Macao Work Office of the CPC Central Committee, visited the facility to assess the treatment of injured patients and offer condolences, underscoring the Central Government’s concern for the affected community and Hong Kong’s healthcare workers.
The visit served as a significant gesture of solidarity, directly connecting Beijing’s leadership with the immediate humanitarian fallout of the disaster. During their time at the hospital, Mr. Zhuo and Mr. Nong toured the facilities where fire victims are receiving care, receiving detailed briefings on their current conditions, recovery projections, and the comprehensive medical attention required.
Expressing High-Level Concern
The officials relayed the profound concern and heartfelt condolences of a high-ranking Central Government figure, Xia Baolong, who serves as Director of both the Hong Kong and Macao Work Office of the CPC Central Committee and the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of the State Council. They personally wished those injured a rapid and complete recovery, encouraging them to remain resilient during the challenging period ahead.
Henry Fan, Chairman of the Hospital Authority, publicly acknowledged and thanked the delegation not only for their presence but specifically for conveying the sympathies of President Xi Jinping to the families of both the deceased and the injured.
Fan emphasized the critical importance of this backing, stating, “We are deeply thankful to Director Zhuo and Deputy Director Nong for conveying President Xi Jinping’s concern and heartfelt condolences… We also appreciate the Central Government’s strong support for Hong Kong’s disaster relief efforts.”
Commitment to Recovery and Support
The officials’ itinerary included meetings with staff in the hospital’s Accident and Emergency Department. This interaction allowed the Central Government representatives to gain firsthand insight into the immediate and sustained efforts of frontline medical professionals following the emergency.
Mr. Fan assured the visiting delegation and the public that the Hospital Authority’s teams remain fully committed to the long-term process of healing and recovery. He reaffirmed the exhaustive efforts underway to support those affected, stating, “[Our] healthcare teams will do their utmost to treat all the injured and will spare no effort in supporting affected residents and their families to overcome hardship and recover from trauma.”
The Chairman also specifically thanked the Central Government for acknowledging the welfare of the healthcare professionals, whom he encouraged to maintain their dedication in providing comprehensive support to all patients and their families impacted by the fire.
The presence of senior Central Government figures at the Prince of Wales Hospital highlights the official priority placed on ensuring a robust recovery and coordinated relief response following the Tai Po tragedy. This visible demonstration of support signals continued central backing for Hong Kong’s efforts in crisis management, focusing on both immediate medical care and the long-term psychological and physical recovery of the affected population.